Hey everyone! There’s lots of questions on this site from people asking about how to build or fix their building’s envelope, which windows and doors are the most efficient, and which HVAC systems they should consider buying and installing but hardly anyone thinks about their appliances (other than whether they should be stainless steel or white).

This is a pretty good video from Yale Appliances on Youtube (I have no affiliation with them). They offer a lot of other videos as well with good advice on what to look for when choosing specific brands of appliances, what to avoid, as well as some general design guidelines when laying out your kitchen.

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXy1f_mucqI&t=20s

What do you primarily look for when choosing appliances – features, appearance, cost, maintenance or energy requirements?